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June 2025 Poll
Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?
BC Residents Will See Their GST Credit Cheques Reduced as of April 2013
As a result of reverting from the HST back to the GST and PST system in BC, the provincial HST Credit has been abolished.
Must Audit Support Documents Be Electronically Filed?
Starting in May 2013, CRA will again begin its Processing Review Program, which initiates requests for supporting documentation for claims made on tax returns.
Claiming Babysitting Costs
Expenses for the care of dependent children who are under the age of 16 (at any time of the year) or who are physically or mentally infirm may be claimed on your tax return.
Overseas Employment Tax Credit Phased Out by 2016
For contracts made after March 28, 2012, an employee's claim for the Overseas Employment Tax Credit will be reduced.
Special Tax Deductions for Artists and Musicians
Artists and musicians may claim expenses for items specific to their profession, including capital cost allowance on musical instruments.
